December weather forecast
Wheelwright Junction, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Wheelwright Junction, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). December brings Wheelwright Junction a consistent average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In Wheelwright Junction, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Wheelwright Junction, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 201.6 rainfall days, and 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wheelwright Junction, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 5.43" (138mm) of snow. In Wheelwright Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Wheelwright Junction, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wheelwright Junction, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Wheelwright Junction. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Wheelwright Junction?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wheelwright Junction, is 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wheelwright Junction?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Wheelwright Junction in December?

In Wheelwright Junction, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wheelwright Junction?

In Wheelwright Junction, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wheelwright Junction?

The month with the shortest days in Wheelwright Junction, Kentucky, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wheelwright Junction have in December?

In Wheelwright Junction, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wheelwright Junction?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wheelwright Junction?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wheelwright Junction is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wheelwright Junction?

The months with the lowest UV index in Wheelwright Junction, Kentucky, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wheelwright Junction?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Wheelwright Junction, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average temperature in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average pressure in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average wind speed in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average humidity in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average rainfall in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average snowfall in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average UV index in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Wheelwright Junction, KY

Average visibility in December - Wheelwright Junction, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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